Patrick Ryan Mayhew, Jr. age 44 a resident of Rt. 4, 4-H Rd. Philippi passed away, Thursday March 19, 2009 unexpectedly. He was born September 6, 1964 in Keyser, WV a son of Patrick R. Mayhew Sr. of Elkins and Peggy J. Ray of Millcreek, who survive. Also surviving are: Companion of eight years, Belinda Jones of Philippi One daughter: Michelle L. Mayhew and companion Chris Tackett of Millcreek Two Sons: Bobby R. Mayhew and companion Jeannie Scott of Huttonsville Jessie L. McCune of Huttonsville One Step-Daughter: Jamie Ware of Elkins One Step-Son: Les and wife Janet Schoonover of Buckhannon Two Sisters: Brenda L. and husband Dayton Taylor of Millcreek Diana L. and husband Larry Beverage of Huttonville One Brother: David A. and wife Becky Mayhew of Millcreek Two granddaughters: Olivia Mayhew and Alyssa Tackett Seven Step-Grandchildren Maternal Grandmother: Dixie Ray of Millcreek Several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Thomas W. Ray; Paternal grandparents, Paul and Thelma Mayhew. Mr. Mayhew was employed as a farmer for Poling's Angus Farm in Philippi He was an avid Outdoorsman, and was Methodist by Faith. Friends will be received at Wright Funeral Home 216 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Sunday, March 22, 2009 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. Family and Friends will gather at the funeral home at 1:00 p.m. on Monday to travel to Poling's Family Cemetery for a graveside service at 2:00 p.m with Rev. Alicia Rapking officiating. Interment will follow in the Poling's Family Cemetery.